1968 Nissan Skyline vs. 1985 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1985 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Reliant Scimitar (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 203 kg more than 1985 Reliant Scimitar.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Nissan Skyline (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Reliant Scimitar. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Skyline | 1985 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Nissan | Reliant |
| Model | Skyline | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2140 mm |
